Cadillac (1965-73)

Lubricate parking brake linkage at equalizer and cable stud, and ensure free movement of cables. Depress parking brake pedal approximately 1 3/4" on 1965-72 models, or 1" on 1973 models, from fully released position. Raise rear wheels. Hold brake cable stud from turning and tighten equalizer nut, one turn at a time (checking for drag after each turn), until light drag is felt on either wheel (turning forward). Release parking brake. No drag should be present. After adjustment, parking brake pedal should travel 1 3/4-2 3/4" on all 1965-72 models and 1973 Eldorado, or 2-3" on all other 1973 models. Pedal travel measurement force is 125 lbs.